Assistant Vice President of IT

Objective:  The Assistant Vice President of IT serves as an operational partner to the CIO, helping lead the organization’s technology vision, execution, and governance. This role blends leadership with hands-on operational management, delivery oversight, and internal business stakeholder engagement to ensure IT services align with business priorities, drive innovation, and maintain operational excellence. The AVP of IT plays a critical role in translating enterprise strategy into executable technology initiatives, overseeing key IT functions, and ensuring high-performing, secure, and scalable systems.   Essential Job Functions: Strategic Leadership:  Partner with the CIO to define and execute the enterprise IT strategy and roadmap Align IT initiatives with business goals, growth strategies, and digital transformation efforts Operational Oversight: Oversee day-to-day IT operations including infrastructure, applications, service delivery, and support Ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of systems Drive IT service management (ITSM) maturity and continuous improvement Program & Portfolio Management: Lead enterprise IT portfolio management, prioritization, and governance Oversee delivery of major programs and projects (budget, scope, timeline) Establish KPIs and dashboards to measure performance and outcomes Cybersecurity & Risk Management: Oversight of cyber security remediation projects Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies Lead risk management and business continuity planning Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with executives and business units to understand needs and deliver solutions Serve as a trusted advisor to operational and business leaders Communicate IT strategy, progress, and value to stakeholders People Leadership: Lead and mentor IT directors, managers, and staff Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning Support workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development Vendor & Financial Management: Manage IT budgets, and cost optimization initiatives Oversee vendor relationships, contracts, and performance Drive value from strategic technology partnerships